CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Fiesta, 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
- Risk
- A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S16.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
A component inside the door latches can break, making doors hard to latch or giving the driver or a passenger the false impression that a door is closed when it is not.
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is moving, which increases the risk of injury to occupants. If you notice a door that is hard to close, feels unsecured, or seems to latch incorrectly, have it checked promptly.
Dealers will replace all four door latches free of charge. Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 15S16), and you can check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Fiesta | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Ford Fusion | 20132014 |
| Lincoln MKZ | 20132014 |